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Senior Category Manager Jobs
By OLG At Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Lead business users through the sourcing process by demonstrating strong procurement knowledge and necessary meeting management skills.
Lead by example by focusing on personal career development and pursuing opportunities to increase relevant knowledge and skills
Support divisional end users for the assigned category area(s) to provide consistent, knowledgeable advisor services.
Manage existing contracts to ensure supplier performance, contract compliance, and optimization of contract terms.
Support operations improvement projects, including cost reduction, optimization, cost/benefit analyses.
Oversee work output, provide coaching and feedback to Category Managers and Senior Contract Specialists.
Senior Specialist – Category Management Coordinator
By McKesson Canada At Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Experience in retail sales, marketing, or category management of cosmetic or beauty industry is an asset.
Excellent time management and prioritization skills.
Assist Category Manager in building planogram; list and de-list skus, charge vendors markdown fees and coordinate funds to Finance.
Manage merchandising direction through Advertising department and provide support for sample collection/ other activities associated with the Flyer/Seasonal processes.
Support Category Manager in planning weekly promotions.
Initiate and/or manage revenue and expense activities between Retail Banners, McKesson and vendors.
Senior Category Manager Jobs
By FOUR20 At Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Education, Skills, Experience, Knowledge and Supervisory Responsibility
Management and analysis of purchasing budget
Manage vendor relationships including negotiations; manage shipment logistics including budget management, warehousing and transportation
Inventory management, including transfer strategy, clearance pricing and maintaining targeted inventory levels
Progressive responsibility managing areas of strategic sourcing, sales and operations, pricing models, category management and inventory management – 2 years
Familiarity with inventory management software such as SAP MM, AP Modules, etc
Category Business Manager, Tires
By Canadian Tire Corporation At Toronto, Ontario, Canada
5+ years in Category Management experience and/or progressive growth in a relevant cross functional role, preferable in the Automotive sector
Strong business acumen skills; demonstrated expertise of retail marketing, consumer trends, and inventory management
Absolute commitment to delivering consumer-focused initiatives; possess superior innovation management skills
Strong people management skills with demonstrated ability to develop others
Post-secondary education or equivalent experience
Define and execute against categorical promotional plans; including promotional item selection & offer to deliver against the plans and financial objectives
Category Manager Jobs
By Sysco At Ontario, Canada
· Establishes market and sales rep cost in collaboration with Revenue Management
· Responsible for the management and execution of Vendor cost Changes
· Post secondary education in related field preferred, equivalent work experience will be considered.
· Decision maker for product offerings and status
· Strong negotiation, organizational, decision making and presentation skills
· Provides sales product information where required
Product/Category Manager Packaging & Industrial Products
By Domtar At Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Product management – ongoing review of product line and evaluate competitive status, (marketing mix 4Ps, product, price, place, promotion).
Post-secondary education is a must and preference will be given to those with an undergraduate degree.
Sound analytical skills and acute attention to details.
Superior communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong training skills and not interested in routine work.
Manage/champion special projects as/when they arise.
Senior Category Specialist- Procurement
By ExcelGens, Inc. At Montreal, Quebec, Canada
Strong skills with Excel spreadsheet (able to create management tools such as scenario modeling and analysis, etc.);
skills Ability to develop and implementcategorymanagement strategies
Participate in change management in factories during the implementation of new contracts or new suppliers
Good knowledge of MS Office; Experience with Ariba and SAP is an asset;CapexProcurement Specialist We are looking for a Procurement Specialist
Exceptionalnegotiation skills, and ability to lead negotiations and prepare complex negotiation plans for approval.
Ensure that all projects areseized by Ariba and comply with all requirements set out
Sr. Category Manager, Foodserivce
By fishRecruit Inc. At Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Develop and lead the Category Management Discipline acting as key contact in implementing the category growth initiatives at the customer
Execute and share Foodservice Category Management best practices or pertinent category and industry trends with stakeholders to impact category performance
Perform Master Data Management for assigned category (data acquisition, organization/segmentation, coding, cleanup, database modeling & maintenance, etc.)
Minimum 4-6 years in a Foodservice or CPG environment, in the areas of Category Management, Market Research, or Market/Pricing/Data Analytics
Working knowledge and experience with Foodservice or Retail syndicated resource information and applications (NPD, IRI, etc.)
Proficient project manager: Able to prioritize team-level tasks and manage schedule to complete work on time and within deliverable expectations
Senior Category Buyer Jobs
By Mastermind Toys At Toronto, Ontario, Canada
·Post- secondary degree/diploma required, Business, Purchasing, Supply Chain Management Professional designation or equivalent experience.
Forecasting, Inventory and Open to Buy management
oBuyer must apply learned experience to negotiate programs and opportunities in keeping with Mastermind philosophy and objectives.
·Minimum 5 years comparable experience.
·Previous retail product purchasing experience required (specific category preferred)
·Detail oriented and able to manage projects from inception to execution.
Category Manager, Prepared Foods
By Mississippi Market Natural Foods Co-op At St.-Paul, New Brunswick, Canada
Purchasing: experience in the natural or conventional food industry including evaluating suppliers, negotiating contracts, reviewing products, determining price points
Industry Knowledge: demonstrated knowledge of the natural foods industry and current industry trends and products
Results Driven: demonstrated experience delivering results to meet organizational objectives
Math Skills: demonstrated analytical ability and proficiency in math
Computer Skills: intermediate proficiency in other Microsoft Office Suite, especially Microsoft Excel and computer-based applications
Industry Knowledge: knowledge of fresh prepared foods strongly preferred
Category Manager - Corporate
By Fort Garry Industries At Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
4+ years of experience in Category management, purchasing, or product life cycle, preferably from the heavy duty or transportation Industry.
Support inventory management in managing 20+ inventory categories
Post Secondary education in Supply Chain, Logistics, and/or Business preferred.
Demonstrated analytical skills within the heavy duty, transportation, or logistics industry.
Prior ERP experience with Epicore, Oracle NetSuite or Microsoft Dynamics an asset
Prior experience in negotiating and conducting presentations an asset.
Global Category Manager Jobs
By ATS Corporation At Toronto, Ontario, Canada
A minimum of 8 years of sourcing and project management experience in a custom manufacturing environment.
Support VP Global procurement and Director Global Category Management on gathering data and preparing reports / presentations for upper managements.
Communicate with, evaluate and approve vendors to ascertain their ability to meet company requirements, goals and objectives.
Be knowledgeable of the industry, suppliers’ business and the supply market overall
Select vendors to use in ATS divisions, based on requirements and business considerations.
Sound working knowledge of Excel, Word and other MS Office software.
Junior Category Manager Jobs
By INS Global At Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Knowledge of marketing principles and category management fundamentals
Development of tools, materials, planograms, training videos, and manuals to guide the site teams to manage the offer and food safety.
Regular engagement with Territory managers to share individual site performance in terms of execution, food safety, waste management and sales delivery.
Master level in Marketing, Management or Business Administration
Upskilling of the ‘Customer Service Champions’ in store with intensive training and ongoing coaching.
PMP, Prince II, or Agile qualification preferred
Category Business Manager, Hockey
By CT Corporation At Greater Toronto Area, Canada
7+ total years of experience in Marketing or Merchandising; at least 3 years in a Category Management leadership role
Strong business acumen skills; demonstrated expertise of retail marketing, consumer trends, and inventory management
Proven commitment to delivering consumer-focused initiatives; superior innovation management skills
Define and execute against categorical promotional plans; including promotional item selection & offer to deliver against the plans and financial objectives
University degree in a business-related field (i.e. Marketing, Finance)
Strong executive presence with highly effective interpersonal and communication skills; proven ability to influence and guide stakeholders
Product Category Manager Jobs
By GE Appliances Canada, a Mabe Company At Burlington, Ontario, Canada
4+ years of background between product management experience, sales, category specialist, and marketing.
Project management skills and ability to effectively manage multiple priorities
Rewarding and highly competitive compensation package (Based on experience)
Comprehensive benefits program, beginning on day one, designed to support you and your family
Monitor industry trends, evaluate the competition, and ensure a current and competitive product offering.
Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
Procurement Category Manager Jobs
By Black & McDonald Limited At Markham, Ontario, Canada
Support the development of skills and execution of talent management plans
Minimum 5 years of experience in Category/Commodity Management in a technical industry such as Construction, Utilities, Facility Management, and Manufacturing
Skills, Abilities, And Other Requirements
Establish Category Management objectives, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) targets, and supplier management strategies
Develop and implement Category Management strategies including sourcing processes, evaluations, and negotiations while measuring and reporting these activities
Establish best in class contract management principles and compliance management practices
Category Development Manager Jobs
By The Crump Group, Inc. At Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Customer experience or account management
Develop a category management strategy and related go-to-market activities
Strong interpersonal skills to develop relationships and rapport
Strong analytical experience converting data insights into action
Experience with storytelling with data
Experience with market research / market assessment an asset
Category Manager Jobs
By Lactalis Canada At Etobicoke, Ontario, Canada
Minimum five (5) years CPG industry including three (3) years Category Management and three (3) years sales or financial analyst experience
Superior project management and presentation skills required
Able to manage multiple and competing priorities through effective organizational, people, time management skills
Superior analytical abilities and the ability to generate insights and convert to action
Expert knowledge of Nielsen and Retailer data platforms
Knowledge of space planning software
Category Manager Jobs
By Hasbro At Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
Minimum of 5 years of Category Management experience
Project and program management experience
Track Category Management projects implementation and targets achievement
Implement Shopper research / POS data management
Manage non-go-forward inventory and minimize unhealthy inventory
Expertise and working knowledge in Trade Marketing, Shopper Insights and Analytics / Business Intelligence
Category Planning Manager Jobs
By FGL Sports Ltd At Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Experience in other areas of Merchandising, Inventory Management, or Finance is considered an asset
Deliver agreed upon targets for turn, average inventory, age of inventory, and merchandise lifecycle management
Post-secondary education, preferably in business, finance, and/or a related field
Manage a team of merchandise planners, ensuring that the fundamentals of good merchandise planning are upheld
5+ years of experience in a retail organization with 3+ years in a planning function
Advanced knowledge of Merchandise Planning fundamentals

Are you an experienced Senior Category Manager looking for a new challenge? We are looking for a passionate and driven individual to join our team and help us drive our business forward. You will be responsible for developing and executing category strategies, managing supplier relationships, and driving sales and profitability. If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to make a real impact, then this is the job for you!

Overview A Senior Category Manager is responsible for leading the strategic development and execution of a product category or categories. They are responsible for driving sales and profitability, developing and executing marketing plans, and managing the product life cycle. They are also responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with vendors and suppliers. Detailed Job Description A Senior Category Manager is responsible for leading the strategic development and execution of a product category or categories. This includes developing and executing marketing plans, managing the product life cycle, and driving sales and profitability. The Senior Category Manager is also responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with vendors and suppliers. They must be able to analyze market trends and customer needs to develop strategies that will maximize sales and profitability. They must also be able to identify and develop new product opportunities. Job Skills Required
• Strategic planning and execution
• Market analysis and research
• Product life cycle management
• Vendor and supplier management
• Relationship building
• Negotiation and problem-solving
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Project management
• Communication and presentation
Job Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in product management, category management, or related field
• Proven track record of successful product launches and sales growth
• Strong understanding of the retail industry and customer needs
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Job Knowledge
• Knowledge of product life cycle management
• Knowledge of retail industry trends and customer needs
• Knowledge of market analysis and research
• Knowledge of strategic planning and execution
• Knowledge of vendor and supplier management
• Knowledge of budgeting and forecasting
• Knowledge of project management
Job Experience
• 5+ years of experience in product management, category management, or related field
• Proven track record of successful product launches and sales growth
• Experience in developing and executing marketing plans
• Experience in developing and maintaining relationships with vendors and suppliers
• Experience in analyzing market trends and customer needs
Job Responsibilities
• Develop and execute marketing plans to maximize sales and profitability
• Manage the product life cycle from concept to launch
• Analyze market trends and customer needs to develop strategies
• Identify and develop new product opportunities
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers
• Negotiate contracts and resolve issues
• Monitor and report on budget and forecast
• Manage projects to ensure successful